Damien
Damien: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Damien
- A male given name from Ancient Greek, the French equivalent of Damian
How popular is Damien?
Since 1880, 261 girls and 64,757 boys in the U.S. have been named Damien (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3563 in 1979. Its highest rank for boys was #161 in 1978. In 2025 it ranked #352 for boys, with 935 babies given the name.
Names similar to Damien
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Sibling name ideas for Damien
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Damien FAQ
What does the name Damien mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek, the French equivalent of Damian
What is the origin of the name Damien?
Damien is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Damien?
Since 1880, 261 girls and 64,757 boys in the U.S. have been named Damien (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3563 in 1979. Its highest rank for boys was #161 in 1978. In 2025 it ranked #352 for boys, with 935 babies given the name.
Is Damien a boy or girl name?
Damien is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 261 girls and 64,757 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.